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- LISTEN: Ana Baptista on supporting environmental justice movement building in academiaDr. Ana Baptista joins the Agents of Change in Environmental Justice podcast to discuss supporting environmental justice movements from within academia. Baptista, an associate professor and co-director of the Tishman Environment and Design Center at the New School, also talks about how growing up in Newark shaped her environmental justice thinking, her role in the […]
- EU's green laws on shaky ground as countries pull backIn a setback for environmental progress, EU nations, including Hungary and Italy, retract their support for crucial nature restoration legislation, putting its future in doubt.Lisa O'Carroll reports for The Guardian.In short:The intended vote on nature restoration laws was canceled due to insufficient support, showcasing a divide among member states.Virginijus Sinkevičius, the European environment commissioner, emphasizes […]
- Teaching youth to heal land and community with fungiIn Denver, Spirit of the Sun is guiding Native American youth to use mycelium for environmental restoration and community nourishment. Kate Nelson reports for Civil Eats.In short:Spirit of the Sun integrates Indigenous wisdom with modern ecological practices, using mycelium to detoxify soil and improve food security.The mycelium project not only enhances soil health but has […]
- Frequent vinyl chloride incidents challenge industry safety claimsA new report finds that vinyl chloride accidents occur regularly, challenging industry assertions that the chemical is safe.-- Kiley Bense reports for Inside Climate News.In short:The report by Beyond Plastics and Earthjustice reveals accidents with the carcinogenic chemical vinyl chloride average once every five days since 2010, contradicting industry safety assurances.It compiles data from various […]
- Heiltsuk leaders seek justice on the global stage for a historic spill's falloutHeiltsuk tribal leaders from coastal British Columbia have taken their grievances over Canada's inadequate spill response to an international forum, aiming to secure legal recognition for cultural losses. Steph Kwetásel’wet Wood reports for The Narwhal.In short:Following the devastating Nathan E. Stewart spill, the Heiltsuk Nation struggles with the long-term impacts on their traditional harvesting grounds, […]
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- Louisiana energy company plans to float above climate damage — literallyEntergy Louisiana argues its planned natural gas plant would keep oil and gas facilities operational, even as the land it sits on suffers from climate change. Louisiana energy company plans to float above climate damage — literally is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you […]
- Bills could expand shared solar programs in Dominion, Appalachian Power territoriesTwo Virginia bills would allow for more shared solar programs in the state, which could connect homeowners to clean energy even if they can't build their own panels. Bills could expand shared solar programs in Dominion, Appalachian Power territories is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. […]
- Look for the helpers: Virginia climate volunteers connect with service providers on weatherization effortA climate action group had money for home energy retrofits, but it needed a way to find participants who could benefit most from its services. The solution: partnerships. Look for the helpers: Virginia climate volunteers connect with service providers on weatherization effort is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the […]
- Bitcoin, data centers fuel energy spike, risking climate goals U.S. energy use has been flat. But new industries are forcing a boost in utility forecasts for demand, potentially harming efforts to cut emissions. Bitcoin, data centers fuel energy spike, risking climate goals is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you would like to support […]
- How a Virginia company is helping homeowners navigate energy efficiency – and add up the rewardsPearl Certification, known for its green seal of approval for energy efficient homes, has released a free calculator to help homeowners navigate Inflation Reduction Act tax credits and rebates. How a Virginia company is helping homeowners navigate energy efficiency – and add up the rewards is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news […]
Recovery Diva
- FEMA Administrator Calls for CollaborationFrom HSToday: FEMA Administrator Calls for Collaboration in Building a Resilient Nation at National Emergency Management Association Conference. An excerpt: “From the accident at Three Mile Island in 1979 to the COVID-19 pandemic, the field of emergency management has evolved … Continue reading →
- Book Review: Resilience Matters; Flourishing in an Era of ExtremesOur intrepid reviewer, Mr. John Plodinec (PhD), has reviewed the new edition of this book. This ebook is available free of charge from the website of Island Press. Once again, Claire has asked me to review the latest in the … Continue reading →
- One Current Take on FEMAFrom Gov.Exec.com: Lawmakers debate the role of an overworked and under-resourced FEMA. Despite some hiring success, FEMA is taking on more tasks while operating at 65% capacity.
- Disaster Data Science – from the NASFrom the National Academy of Sciences: The Action Collaborative on Disaster Research: Symposium on Disaster Data Science. Webcast on April 2nd. Thanks to Dr. Lois Cohen for this citation.
- Commentary re New GAO ReportFrom HS Today, this commentary on recent GAO report: Opportunities to Improve Federal Response, Recovery, and Mitigation Efforts. The author’s focus is on wildfires.